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Scotty Fields

Scott Fields aka Scotty Fields, age 34 is taking the world by storm & the bull by the horns. This natural born entertainer is delighting audiences near and far with his smooth sounds, his charming & cheeky personality and his hard work & dedication to his craft and dedicated fans. He has been described as Australia’s answer to Michael Buble but if you are lucky enough to watch Scott perform, you will notice there’s something incredibly unique about this Aussie larrikin and you can understand why people all over the world are falling in love with him.

Classically trained growing up on the iconic Gold Coast, Australia. Scott gained his start in the world of musical theatre. Scotty’s life has been on the stage. Musical theatre is a common place for Aussie performers to make their start and mark in the industry. Its grueling rehearsal schedules and high demand for three-dimensional talent; acting singing and dancing enables an individual to work on their showmanship and stage persona, which Scotty has developed over the years and perfected. Appearing in many musical productions across Australia such as, Les Miserables, South Pacific, Fiddler On The Roof, Guys & Dolls, How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and these are just to name a few.

Scotty having the hunger and drive for new opportunities and to push himself into the next realm as a performer auditioned for the world renowned group The Ten Tenors and before he knew it he was on a whirlwind world tour. The Ten Tenors, (TTT) performed in some of the most prestigious venues around the world, to full auditoriums delighting audiences with strong and epic male voices, beautiful musical arrangements and delightful harmonies that could bring a tear to a grown man's eye. Touring solidified for Scotty that this is what he was born to do; travelling the world, entertaining crowds and bringing joy to people. Performing in a new city, to a new crowd, is a new experience every time you take that stage. This is what it was all about.

When Scott returned from his TTT tour his focus was more than ever on his solo career. Knowing his strengths and his passions he began working hard with the grueling task of cementing himself in the Aussie music industry. You would think it would be very simple when you come back from touring the world with a bunch of good-looking lads crooning the ladies, but Aussies are tough on their talent and they want you to prove your hunger for success and Scotty did not disappoint.

Scott began cementing his name around Australia, travelling and performing in venues across the country and establishing himself as one of the top solo corporate acts. Scotty has performed at world recognized events and shared the stage with an outstanding list of performers by the likes of, Lionel Ritchie, Marc Anthony, Jessica Sanchez, Jessica Mauboy, Anthony Callea and Seal to name a few. He is living the dream, an unconventional rock star – he croons in a well tailored suit some of the world's most classic and loved melodious tunes and he will delight his following soon with some incredible originals on his debut album set to release late 2014, which already has tongues wagging and the critics poised with pen in hand for this much awaited milestone.

Early Life

Scott Gregory Fields was born on 24th August 1981 in Brisbane, Australia at the Royal Brisbane Hospital. His parents are Laraine and Colin Fields; he has two siblings; brother Timothy Fields and sister Martine Fields who passed away on 10 June 2008.

Fields attended Somerset College from 1988 graduating in 1999. It was here during his early years of school that he developed his love for singing.

Fields also suffered from learning difficulties being diagnosed at young age with Attention Deficit Disorder, (ADD). It was from here that his mother encouraged him to put his energy and focus into something he loved. For Scott this was music. Joining the choir and participating in eisteddfods, Fields quickly established a natural talent for music and singing. Fields received formal vocal training from one of Queensland’s best vocal coaches, Patricia White and received a scholarship to train at the Queensland Conservatorium of Music.

Fields in his early music career earned his stripes and entertaining experience on the stage. Performing in many musicals such as Les Miserables, South Pacific, Grease and Leader of the Pack, he also worked as a featured extra for the feature film The Great Raid in 2001 that stared the likes of Joseph Fiennes, Benjamin Bratt, James Franco and Sam Worthington.

Fields then went on to join The Ten Tenors.

The Ten Tenors

The TEN Tenors (also known as TTT or 'The TEN') are an Australian musical ensemble that have toured worldwide. In a typical set, the group performs Queen standards, including "Bohemian Rhapsody", and "The Show Must Go On"; tracks from Meat Loaf medley; AC/DC and much more. Midway, it switches gears to perform opera tunes and native Australian tunes (including I Still Call Australia Home). Their 2006 album Here's To The Heroes was heavily influenced by the music of John Barry. It is rumored John Barry and Don Black, in fact, penned a song on the album specifically for The TEN Tenors. The Ten Tenors double CD (one live and one studio recorded) “Larger Than Life” CD was recorded in Australia and Germany and released in 2004 Europe and USA, with some of these tracks being released in Australia under the title “Tenology (The Best So Far)”. Andy Arthurs and Richard Vella were the recording co-producers. Some of these tracks drew on traditional opera repertoire, but many were reinvented for a broader non-opera going audience. Nowadays, the group has evolved into a rock-opera touring group, pushing the boundaries of the classical genre and the definition of a tenor. Their latest album "Double Platinum" is a double album featuring classical songs on one disc and contemporary songs on the other. It debuted at #7 on the mainstream charts in New Zealand. The TEN Tenors reportedly tour an average of 250 shows per year over ten months of the year and have sold more than 3.5 million concert tickets worldwide. Current Members: Jared Newall, Benjamin Clark, Daniel Belle, Sebastian Maclaine, Ben Stephens, Scott Muller, Jack Fowles, Keane Fletcher, Chad Hilligus and Paul Gelsumini (Touring Musical Director). The Ten Tenors Musical Director is Steven Baker.

The Ten Tenors Discography

CD

1998 – Tenorissimo!
1999 – Colours
2000 – Untied (also known as One Is Not Enough in Europe)
2001 – A Not So Silent Night
2004 – Larger Than Life
2005 – Tenology (The Best of So Far...) #8 AUS
2005 – A Not So Silent Night (remastered and remixed with new tracks, available at concerts in Germany and as bonus CD with Tenology Limited Christmas Edition in the USA)
2006 – Here's to the Heroes #8 AUS
2008 – Nostalgica #27 AUS
2011 – Nostalgica – International Edition (with bonus tracks from their performance on Oprah's Ultimate Adventure)
2011 – Double Platinum (Double album) #17 AUS

VHS/DVD

2000 – Colours – VHS (Australia & New Zealand only)
2002 – One Is Not Enough – DVD (Europe only)
2004 – Larger Than Life – DVD (USA, Canada & Australia only)
2006 – Here's to the Heroes – DVD
2009 – Amigos Para Siempre CD/DVD pack

Professional Career

Scott Fields has performed in some of the most prestigious venues across the globe, sharing the stage with numerous world-class performers. In 2010 he shared the stage with Anthony Callea, and in 2011 Jessica Mauboy appeared at the Gold Coast Carols by Candlelight, which Fields performed. In 2013 Fields was lucky enough to share the same stage as his long time idol Lionel Ritchie.

Fields started his music career in the theatre, performing in musicals across Australia. Fields starred in date Les Miserables, date South Pacific, date Grease, date Leader of the Pack, date Guys and Dolls, date How to Succeed in business without even trying, date … list all musicals.

Fields went on to join and tour with world-renowned singing sensations The Ten Tenors (TTT). Here he fulfilled his life long dream of touring the globe and entertaining audiences. TTT developed Fields’ vocal skills and performance style into a sharp well, polished presentation TTT has evolved into a rock-opera touring group with a mix of contemporary and classical arrangements. The Ten Tenors reportedly tour an average of 250 shows per year over ten months of the year and have sold more than 3.5 million concert tickets worldwide.

Fields returned to Australia from his TTT experience with a drive and passion to pursue his solo career. From 2009 – 2013 Fields has headlined and appeared at many nationally and internationally recognized events including sporting events like the Australian basketball, singing the Australian National Anthem and providing half time entertainment. Charity galas and events including but not limited to the Starkey Hearing Foundation and the Queensland Flood Appeal benefit concert. He has entertained at numerous premier events as well as music festivals such as the Carols by Candlelight in 2010, 2011 and 2012 and the Jazz & Blues festival for three consecutive years.

Fields also cemented himself as one of the top entertainment acts for corporate events Australia individually and joining forces with The Three Waiters and Figaro.

The Three Waiters involves three talented opera singers posing as “real” waiters at an event, hoaxing and amusing audiences before revealing themselves as singing waiters in a thrilling operatic performance a la the three tenors. With over 10,000 shows in 80 different countries, The Three Waiters is now arguably the most popular singing waiters act of its kind.

Figaro is Australia’s latest corporate entertainment sensation bringing audiences to their feet around the country. In the spirit of Il Divo, four of Australia’s most popular, dynamic performers with successful careers in opera, music theatre and concert circuit, have grouped together to perform entertaining and moving renditions of popular “crossover” classics.

Fields, amongst his grueling touring schedule as a successful solo artist and dynamic group member, managed to also add to his list of achievements some time in the recording studio. He has worked with Adapt studio’s Australia and PACE studios America, to create his own renditions of some of the most loved classics and a few of his personal favorites. Me and My Shadow recognized widely from Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis jr.’s rendition. Josh Groban’s February Song, My girl by the Temptations, Andre Bocelli’s The Prayer, Your Song by Elton John, Here’s to the Hero’s, Nessun Dorma, You Raise Me Up. The jazz classic Feeling Good and Where’er you Walk. All these are available for download through Fields’ website www.scottyfields.com.au. Fields is set to release his long awaited debut album in 2014.

Musical Style and Influences

Fields cites a number of musicians and performers as his musical influences. He grew up listening to the likes of John Farnham and Billy Joel. From Farnham’s vocal ability to Joel’s song writing and musical talent, these two artists had Fields’ ear well and truly tuned into the sound of music.

Later, as Fields career developed, his interests in different genres and musical styles was evident. He started listening to more modern style jazz artists such as Michael Buble and pop/classical crossover genius Josh Groban.

Fields found himself in the recording studio more and more working on new arrangements of songs, some of which were 30 years before his time.

Personal Life

Fields has been in a long-term relationship since 2009 with his model girlfriend and Life Stylist Ameka Jane, 26.

Charity Work

Fields has donated his time and his talents to numerous charitable foundations and events. He was involved with The 2010 Queensland Flood Appeal, Starkey Hearing Foundation and Breast Cancer awareness. A benefit particualarly close to Fields’ heart is the Queensland “Princess Party”. An event to raise awareness and encourage young females' self esteem no matter their age, race or physical appearance. Fields' sister Martine, suffered from severe cerebral palsy and passed away June 2008. Fields has stated that music was one of the only forms of communication that Martine had. It was music that made her smile and her smile was the greatest gift. If he can make others smile he believes he has successfully done his job as a performer. Fields also participates in Movember, raising awareness for prostate cancer and depression in men. Fields is passionate about raising awareness for the depression in men, suffering for many years himself and coming out the other side, he knows all too well how dark and isolated it can be for a male suffering from this disease. His message is to become more VOCAL, not to be afraid to speak up and talk about your problems with the people who care about you.

External Links/ References

Scotty Fields official Website – www.scottyfields.com.au
Scotty Fields Twitter @scottyfields
Scotty Fields Facebook
www.masentertainment.com.au/browse/figaro/
http://www.thethreewaiters.com.au